Finance Manager

About Bering Straits Professional Services Bering Straits Professional Services (BSPS) is committed to world-class management of global logistics, training and procurement services for U.S. Government agencies. BSPS is certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as an 8(a) contractor. In February 2022, BSPS became an International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 certified company. BSPS received the ISO 9001 quality standard certification through the Performance Review Institute (PRI). About this position: Finance Manager Location – Lexington, KY The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicants will be notified via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Supervise and train Accounting Clerk III positionFinancial tracking of awarded contract fundingReview of daily Accounts Payable Data entriesProcess Request for Travel Authorization forms and employee advances for travelTrack Government spending by team typeDaily funding balance calculations for GovernmentPurchasing/Financial activity based on vendor classificationProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)Financial IPR supportResearch and resolution of vendor statements and inquiriesReport reviews – open documents, EDD reports, service contracts, open Purchase OrdersCredit card statement processingDaily interaction with Procurement and Government Contracting Officer RepresentativesOther duties as assigned Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications Education Requirements: Associate Degree or HigherLevel of Experience Requirements: 5+ yearsExperience in Microsoft Office, Data Entry, and Verification of Reports and Data Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Other Characteristics Analytical and creative problem solvingAbility to work in a team environment and assist where needed. Ability to cross train.Accounts Payable experienceAbility to work independently or with minimal supervision, relying heavily on prior professional experience and knowledge of local and federal regulations.Ability to work as part of a dedicated team of professionals in a dynamic environment.Ability to communicate both orally and written with internal and external clients and co-workers.Ability to follow direction a must.Determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to complete each task assignment.Must be comfortable with high intensity work environment.Must be able to read, understand and communicate effectively and clearly the English language.Must have a valid driver’s license.Ability to access warehouse for research and/or inventory duties. Preferred Accredited degree in business or management. Associates degree or higher.Experience using Purchase Order and Billing systemsKnowledge of Government Funding and BillingPrior Management experience Supervisory Responsibilities This position will have supervisory responsibilities. DOT Covered/Safety-Sensitive Role Requirements This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions. Necessary Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to hear, talk, sit and use a keyboard and phone. The employee may be occasionally required to reach and lift, handle, or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Work Environment The work environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Employees must always maintain a constant state of situational awareness. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is an office setting, where employees should be familiar with common office equipment such as printers, copiers, and fax machines. Work is mostly performed from a sedentary posture. Physical Setting: Office Schedule and Flexibility: Monday – Friday, 7:00a-3:30p EST Additional Qualifying Factors As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and have acceptable background check results. If applicable to the contract, you must also obtain and maintain the appropriate clearance levels required and must also be able to obtain access to military installations. Shareholder Preference BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job. Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law, or any other basis prohibited by law.